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$103,299
TopHap EstimateOur estimate of what this home would sell for today, based on nearby sales, the home's size and features, and local price trends. It is a starting point, not an appraisal.· confidence 68How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Aug 30, 2026
Last sold for $40,000 on Dec 8, 2017

153 MELROSE DR

ROSE HILL, VA 24281
2
Beds
1
Baths
1973
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
5
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$103K
$70K low$136K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$40,000 · Dec 8, 2017

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$771 (2025)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$111,700 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$10,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$101,700
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$68,800
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$111,700

Climate Risk

Overall riskThe average of the five hazard scores below, on a 0 to 100 scale. Higher means greater projected risk over the coming decades.45
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
38
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
80
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
97
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
12
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
FEMA Flood ZoneFEMA's flood zone for this address. Zones starting with A or V are high risk, and lenders usually require flood insurance there.minimal

Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
CountyLee
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.None
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

E
Rose Hill Elementary SchoolC+
Elementary · Grades PK–4 · 0.6 mi
H
Thomas Walker High SchoolC-
High · Grades 8–12 · 2.6 mi
M
Elydale Middle SchoolA-
Middle · Grades 5–7 · 9.2 mi

District: Lee County Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 24281These are comparison scores, not percentages. 100 equals the national average, so 150 means about 50% above average.

CrimeLocal crime compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. It reflects things like population density, income, and how crime gets reported.105
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.94
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.122

Index scale: 100 = US average (tick). Lower is better.

Homes occupiedThe share of homes here that someone lives in. The rest sit empty, including vacation and for-sale homes.85%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.12%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.18%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.9%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.1,906
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.37 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$65,857
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$74,891
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.55°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.50 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.59%

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How this home compares

153 Melrose Dr measured against every home in its neighborhood, its ZIP code and its county, using county assessor records refreshed nightly. A home can stand out in one of those areas and look ordinary in another, because each one holds a different mix of homes.

What homes are worth in Rose Hill 24281

Each bar is how many homes fall in that price range. The marker is this home.

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$20K$340K

This home is worth more than 57% of homes in Rose Hill 24281.

How it measures up in Rose Hill 24281

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Rose Hill 24281.

Estimated value$103,299
CheaperTypical $91,193Pricier

Pricier than 57% of homes nearby

Year built1973
OlderTypical 1976Newer

Newer than 45% of homes nearby

How 153 Melrose Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeRose Hill 24281Lee County
Estimated valuepricier than$103,29957% of homes60% of homes
Year builtnewer than197345% of homes42% of homes

About 153 Melrose Dr

How much is 153 Melrose Dr, Rose Hill, VA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 153 Melrose Dr, Rose Hill, VA is $103,299 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $70,191 to $136,407. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 153 Melrose Dr, Rose Hill, VA last sell?

153 Melrose Dr, Rose Hill, VA last sold on Dec 8, 2017 for $40,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 153 Melrose Dr, Rose Hill, VA?

153 Melrose Dr, Rose Hill, VA has 2 bedrooms and 1 bathrooms.

When was 153 Melrose Dr, Rose Hill, VA built?

153 Melrose Dr, Rose Hill, VA was built in 1973, making it 53 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 153 Melrose Dr, Rose Hill, VA?

153 Melrose Dr, Rose Hill, VA is assigned to Rose Hill Elementary School (elementary), rated C+; Thomas Walker High School (high), rated C-; Elydale Middle School (middle), rated A-. All sit in Lee County Public Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 153 Melrose Dr, Rose Hill, VA compare to other homes in Rose Hill 24281?

Among the 981 homes in Rose Hill 24281, it is worth more than 57% of them ($103,299 against a typical $91,193) and it is newer than 45% of them (1973 against a typical 1976). Measured against all of Lee County, it is worth more than 60% of homes there. These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 153 Melrose Dr, Rose Hill, VA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 153 Melrose Dr, Rose Hill, VA was $771. The county assessed it at $111,700.

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